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How was OC?
P
It was pretty good thank you - the research exercise is fairly straightforward, just a commercial scenario where you prepare a pitch which you then give to two lawyers. They will then ask you questions relating to your presentation, but nothing majorly challenging. Then a deductive reasoning test, which I think I fluffed unfortunately! Then the day is over, you'll be fine!
Hi, did you find any insights for CRS VI? I also got an invite recently. I hope we could help each other if we find smth.
M
Hi! I just got the invite today and haven't received any tips yet.. have you managed to find anything?
Hey, hope you are doing well! I saw that you had an AC last year with HFW, and was wondering if you could help me out with some advice as I have mine next week!
Hello,

I have my HSF AC next week and was wondering if you had any advice?
D
Hi!

The partners are so nice!

Understand how business works. Commercial awareness is key. Contract terms, warranties and indemnities… that sort of stuff.

Scenario interview use your common sense.
HI - congrats on your RPC AC! When did you complete your WG?
R
Hi! Thank you. I completed it on 08/01.

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